January marks a major milestone for VAVV as we begin reporting on four active clean water projects for the first time and launch a new atmospheric water condenser initiative that expands how we serve communities in Peru.

Vera Aqua Vera Vita founder Jacob Niemeier was recently featured in Canvas Rebel, sharing the personal journey, leadership lessons, and mission-driven vision behind VAVV. In the interview, Jacob reflects on the experiences that shaped his commitment to clean water access and the values guiding the organization’s community-centered, sustainable approach to impact.

A multidisciplinary student team from the University of Texas at Dallas partnered with VAVV to design an award-winning, build-ready, solar-powered system that turns air into clean drinking water. This is a huge advancement, bringing a community-centered water solution for arid desert communities one step closer to reality!

December marked a meaningful close to 2025 as VAVV strengthened community leadership in Las Mercedes KM11, advanced planning in La Merced, and prepared for expanded clean water projects in 2026.

Read Jacob Niemeier’s Quarterly Executive Director Message reflecting on the latest things to be excited about and plan to support going forward with Vera Aqua Vera Vita!

In a recent engineering honor society feature, VAVV missionary David Cowan reflects on using his professional skills in service to help bring clean water and lasting impact to rural communities in Peru.

A single semester in Purdue’s EPICS program helped shape Jacob Niemeier’s calling to address the global water crisis. Learn how a classroom experience rooted in service became the foundation for Vera Aqua Vera Vita’s clean water mission — and read the full story on Purdue’s website.

November brought meaningful progress across both communities as VAVV deepened government coordination, clarified easement steps in La Merced, and advanced governance and funding preparations in Las Mercedes KM11. Each step is building a stronger foundation for clean water to reach more than 1,400 people.

October marked a major turning point for VAVV’s projects in the Piura region. Las Mercedes KM11 officially secured its land easement, paving the way for construction, while La Merced advanced its legal groundwork and design preparation. Together, these steps bring clean water closer to more than 1,400 people in Peru.

Read Jacob Niemeier’s Quarterly Executive Director Message reflecting on the latest things to be excited about and plan to support going forward with Vera Aqua Vera Vita!

This month, more families in Las Mercedes KM11 gained sustainable clean water accces through the tanker truck, while our Water Committee standardized rates and improved operations. Meanwhile, La Merced is closer than ever to securing land rights for their future well site. Dive into the full September update and see how these clean water projects are transforming lives.

In this VoyageDallas feature, Jacob Niemeier shares the personal journey that led him to establish Vera Aqua Vera Vita. From his engineering roots to a mission grounded in faith and dignity, learn how Jacob’s vision continues to transform lives in rural Peru with sustainable clean water solutions.

August was a month of strategic progress across both our active projects in Peru. In Las Mercedes KM11, we moved closer to construction by securing permits, refining operations, and strengthening local leadership. Meanwhile, in La Merced, we identified the well drilling location and advanced legal groundwork to ensure a sustainable, community-approved water solution.

This month’s update brings exciting progress as our missionaries distibuted vital aid and resources, and the community mobilized to take matters into their own hands to make lasting change. Learn how our missionaries helped bolster change in Las Mercedes KM11 and La Merced clean water projects!

Read Jacob Niemeier’s Quarterly Executive Director Message reflecting on the latest things to be excited about and plan to support going forward with Vera Aqua Vera Vita!

This month’s update brings exciting progress as clean water arrives for the first time in Las Mercedes KM11 and critical testing in La Merced moves the newest project forward. From ownership transfer to water source analysis, these steps are paving the way for lasting impact.

After two years of partnership, Las Mercedes KM11 has reached a major milestone—receiving a water tanker truck that is already delivering clean reliable water directly to families for the first time in their history! While progress towards the full water system continues, this truck marks the beginning of a new chapter of dignity, health, and hope for over 1,200 people.

This May, VAVV reports major progress in two rural communities. The purchase of a Water Tanker Truck is being prepared, setting the stage for clean water delivery for one and we’ve taken important steps forward in water source testing to determine the best long-term solution for the other!

This April, VAVV shares exciting developments across two clean water initiatives in Peru. From a renewed push forward in our long-standing project to the launch of a brand-new effort in a neighboring community, this month held momentum and meaningful beginnings. Read the full update to see how lives are being transformed!

On May 17, the 7th Annual Speakeasy Gala brings 1920s flair to Richardson, Texas and behind the glitz is a powerful cause: clean water for Las Mercedes KM11 in northern Peru. This community faces dire challenges daily without clean water but a successful Speakeasy will bring safe, reliable water to the community.

With cocktails, jazz, and a mission that matters, this is a party and a lifeline. Your ticket helps bring clean water home to Las Mercedes.